THE HOLIDAY: From handbags and jackets to trousers and boots, it really is impossible to imagine life without zippers. They are so widespread it is easy to take them for granted. This is where Zipper Day comes along to remind us of the origin and history of this truly omnipresent invention. More

THE ARTIST: For anyone that has had the most unfortunate experience of getting a certain something caught in a zipper, this one’s for you. Happy National Zipper Day. — Ky Betts